Sales Operations Manager

Sales Operations ManagerLocation: Chicago, USAs a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different in what we do, how we work, and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.comWe are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Sales Operations Manager to join our growing Sales Operations team in Chicago. In this pivotal role, you will act as a key enabler of commercial success — bridging strategy and execution by supporting our global Sales and Relationship Management teams with high-impact materials, data-driven insights, and operational excellence.What You'll DoRFP & Proposal ManagementLead the end-to-end project management of RFPs, proposals, and tailored pitch materials in close collaboration with the global Sales & Relationship Management team and the Go-To-Market ('GTM' TeamContinuously create, refine, and maintain a best-in-class RFP content library to ensure responses are compelling, accurate, and aligned with Alter Domus' value propositionReview RFP responses prepared by more junior members of the team and use these opportunities to coach and train team membersManage competing deadlines and multiple workstreams simultaneously, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of all pitch materialsCommercial Insights, Reporting & AnalyticsAnalyze complex data sets — including pipeline performance, win/loss trends, and market activity — to identify lead generation opportunities and potential client prospects, delivering actionable insights to the Commercial teamBuild, maintain, and continuously improve sales performance dashboards and reports that track key KPIs such as pipeline conversion rates, lead-to-close ratios, and commercial team activity metricsConduct regular and ad-hoc analyses to support commercial decision-making, including competitive landscape assessments, market sizing, and client segmentationCentralize and curate industry, regulatory, macroeconomic, and FinTech research and surveys to enrich and strengthen sales narratives and strategic positioningTranslate data-driven findings into clear, compelling reports and presentations for senior leadership and the wider Commercial team, enabling proactive and evidence-based strategySupport sales forecasting processes by analyzing historical trends, pipeline health, and external market signals to inform commercial planningMarket Intelligence & Competitive InsightsProvide regular Market Insight Summaries to the Commercial team to arm the team with the latest trends and touchpoint for their conversations with clientsCentralize and curate relevant industry, regulatory, macroeconomic, and fintech insights to support sales pitches and strategic planningCommercial Technology EnablementServe as a subject matter expert and go-to resource for the Commercial Tech stack, including Salesforce CRM, providing onboarding, training, and ongoing support to team members globallyChampion CRM data integrity and hygiene, ensuring accuracy and consistency of commercial data across all platforms to support reliable reporting and forecastingIdentify opportunities to streamline and automate workflows within the tech stack, reducing administrative burden on the Sales & RM teams and improving overall efficiencyCollaborate with relevant internal stakeholders to evaluate, implement, and optimize sales tools and integrations that enhance the productivity of the Commercial teamWhat You'll BringEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related fieldSolid knowledge and experience within the alternative investment industry, including an understanding of fund structures, global service delivery models, and the evolving needs of alternative vehicle participantsSkills & CompetenciesStrong commercial awareness and a genuine interest in contributing to business development outcomesExceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive and professional client-facing materialsAdvanced PowerPoint skills with demonstrable experience producing high-quality pitches and presentationsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Hands-on experience with Salesforce CRMOutstanding attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy under deadline pressureAbility to manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines consistentlyComfortable contributing as part of a team and taking ownership of work independently when requiredProven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders across global teamsWhat We OfferWe are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. Pay Range: The salary range for this role will be from $80,000 - $130,000+ dependent on skills and experience. We encourage all candidates to apply and discuss overall package with our recruitment team. Our global benefits also include:Support for professional accreditationsFlexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!Continuous mentoring along your career progressionActive sports, events and social committees across our offices24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance ProgramThe opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share PlanPlus additional local benefits depending on your locationAlter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Equity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. (Alter Domus Privacy notice can be reviewed via Alter Domus webpage: